How long has it been since you cleaned your mattress? When cleaning, we are bound to wash our sheets, quilts, and pillows. Mattress is often ignored by us. However, what we can’t see is a paradise for bacteria. Mattresses can have dead skin, dust mites, and different types of stains on them. Therefore, it is very necessary to clean the mattress twice a year. Want to know how to clean your mattress quickly and easily? Please read on.
- water
- vinegar
- baking soda
- detergent
- clean cloth
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It only takes four steps to get a clean mattress. That’s simple, isn’t it?
Clean Bedding
We are very skilled at this step. Throw the finished bed sheet set into the washing machine. Add detergent and hot water to clean. Hot water helps kill mites and bacteria. It should be noted that some pillows cannot be machine washed, such as latex pillows.
Initial Cleaning With Vacuum Cleaner
After completing the first step we can start cleaning the mattress. Clean the mattress carefully with an upholstery tool. Although the mattress surface has been covered with fitted sheets for a long time, there is still dust and hair. When vacuuming, pay special attention to seams and crevices. It’s a good idea to pull the mattress away from the headboard and walls before vacuuming. These places are most likely to harbor dirt and evil.
Clean Local Stains
Over time, various stains may have appeared on your mattress. Accidentally spilled drinks, sweat stains from hot sleepers, urine stains, and blood stains all require local treatment.
1 ：Find the stained area
2 ：Gently wipe the stain with a clean, damp cloth. If the stain is fresh, this step can remove some of it beforehand. Additionally, this helps the detergent work better.
3 ：Apply stain remover to the stain. Wait ten minutes. Then wipe off the stain remover with a clean, damp cloth. For more stubborn stains, we can repeat this step. Or can’t it be removed cleanly? Then you can use a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently brush away the stain. Please be gentle to avoid damaging the mattress.
Remove Odor
What should I do if my mattress smells bad? Don’t worry, here are two ways to effectively remove odor.
1 ：Keep the room ventilated. It would be better if some sunlight can shine in (not full sun). This not only promotes air circulation but also prevents moisture. By the way, you can put a bowl of vinegar on the bedside to help remove odors.
2 ：I have to say, baking soda is really an all-purpose cleaning product. It freshens the mattress and also absorbs moisture. Sprinkle a box of baking soda evenly on the mattress and let it sit for two hours. Make sure to open windows for ventilation. Finally, use a vacuum cleaner to remove any remaining baking soda.
How To Protect Your Mattress
Keep your mattress clean : You can’t go wrong by changing your sheet set frequently. This reduces the chance of staining your mattress. Additionally, clean your mattress every 6 months as described above to make sure it is clean. Open the windows and let the fresh air carry away moisture and odors.
Use a mattress protector : Reducing eating and drinking in bed can prevent most accidents. At the same time, using a mattress protector is also an affordable and efficient method. Waterproof mattress protectors effectively block stain penetration. Best of all, most mattress protectors are machine washable, saving you money and effort.
Learn More : How To Wash Your Pillows Properly